About Course
This 5-day advanced course aims to provide engineers with the comprehensive knowledge and skills required to specify, design, install, evaluate performance, and maintain efficient grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
You will gain a deep understanding of solar PV technology, site assessment, system design, installation practices, performance evaluation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and life cycle costing.
Skills you’ll gain
Power and Clean Energy
Electrical Engineering
Sustainability
Energy Efficiency
Who Should Attend
Engineers with a background in electrical or renewable energy engineering and prior knowledge of basic solar PV systems
Professionals working in the renewable energy sector, such as developers, project managers, electrical engineers, and consultants involved in solar PV projects
Prerequisites
Learners with a bachelor's degree or diploma in engineering with 2 years of relevant work experience
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of solar PV technology and the requirements of grid-connected solar PV systems
- Perform site assessments, sizing calculations, and system design for grid-connected solar PV installations
- Implement safe and efficient installation and commissioning practices
- Evaluate the performance of grid-connected solar PV systems using appropriate monitoring and analysis techniques
- Develop effective maintenance strategies, including monitoring and troubleshooting, for grid-connected solar PV systems
- Perform life-cycle cost analysis to assess the economic viability of grid-connected solar PV projects
- Apply the knowledge gained through a site visit
Teaching Team
Christophe Inglin
Director, ConceptSolar
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Er. Dr. Lock Kai Sang
Professor, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Course Details
Day 1
Solar PV Technology and Requirements of Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems
- Solar PV technology and its applications
- Principles of solar PV conversion and electrical characteristics
- Overview of grid-connected solar PV systems and technical challenges
- System requirements
- Grid regulations, permits, and interconnection standards
Case Study
Day 2
Site Assessment, Sizing, and System Design
- Techniques for site assessment, including solar resource assessment and shading analysis
- Load analysis and system sizing calculations for grid-connected solar PV installations
- Design considerations for optimum energy production and electrical integration
- SCDF regulations
- Selection of components and technologies for system design
- Economic analysis and feasibility assessment
Case Study
Day 3
Installation, Commissioning, and Performance Evaluation
- Best practices for solar PV system installation, including mounting structures, wiring, and protection
- Safety practices and MOM Work-at-Height (WAH) regulations
- Connection to the grid and system commissioning procedures
- Performance evaluation techniques, including monitoring systems and data acquisition
- Performance analysis metrics and indicators for system evaluation
- Harmonics and power quality evaluation
Case Study
Day 4
Site Visit and Course Assessment
- Morning: Site visit to a functioning grid-connected solar PV installation
- Afternoon: Course assessment, which may include a combination of quizzes, practical exercises, and a final project to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course
Day 5
Maintenance, Monitoring, Troubleshooting, and Life Cycle Costing
- Overview of solar PV system maintenance practices
- Monitoring systems for performance and health assessment
- Troubleshooting techniques for identifying and resolving common issues
- Life cycle cost analysis and economic considerations for grid-connected solar PV projects
Case Study
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Assessment Plan
Learners will be assessed based on their understanding and application of the course concepts through a combination of the following methods:
- In-class quizzes to evaluate comprehension of theoretical concepts
- Group exercises to assess practical skills in sizing and system design
- Case study analysis to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge to real-world scenarios
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$5,450.00.
| Funding Category | Eligible Funding | Course Fees Payable After Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$1,635.00 |
| Singapore Citizen (Above 40) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$635.00 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$1,635.00 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$5,450.00 |
Note:
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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